One of the earliest apricots, Poppy is larger than other early-season apricots and offers a subtle aroma, firm flesh and pleasing flavor. The freestone fruit has a light yellow to pale orange skin cover and ripens in the 3rd week of May, 5 to 7 days ahead of Castlebrite. The self-fruitful tree grows vigorously to a large, semi-spreading form that bears regularly and heavily.